If you were to ask my 4th grade orchestra teacher why he dedicated his life to teaching young children how to play stringed instruments, I assure you his answer would not be, “because it sounds so pretty.” Talking to him later on in life, he would say he loved the change he got to see […]
To Breastfeed Or Not? Public Breastfeeding Controversy
I wish I could say, to breastfeed or not to breastfeed is the question of the moment. However, unfortunately it seems the issue has moved into an all out battle amongst mommy-hood clans. Formula vs. breast, which is best? To be honest, I have no interest in getting all up in arms over the issue. […]
Understanding A Mother’s Love
I couldn’t tell you how many times I heard it growing up. We’ve all heard it. That universal threat all mothers give at some point, “I can’t wait until you have children, then you’ll understand”. Usually exclaimed at the peak of their utter frustration. I think even as their children we can appreciate our unruliness. Though […]
Pesto Salmon And Goat Cheese With Walnuts And Cranberries
Looking for a great date night recipe this spring? This Pesto Salmon and Goat Cheese, Cranberries, and Walnuts is pretty enough for the job and is chock full of my favorite flavors. The richness of the pesto and warm goat cheese is set off deliciously by a bit of sweetness from the cranberries. The walnuts […]
Why Is Cursive Important? (Even In A Digital Age)
Public schools are starting to remove cursive writing from their curriculum. Typing is being pushed earlier instead. The argument is that cursive is becoming an obsolete skill. With all the added pressures of standardized testing, administrators claim there just isn’t time to teach the practice. These decisions are made to keep up with growing technology. […]
5 Stages of Coping at the DMV (Funny)
Sometimes humor, like DMV jokes, is the best survival tactic. Check out these funny 5 stages of coping at the DMV that everyone experiences at some point, in some order. Going to the Department of Motor Vehicles to get your license is one of those necessary parts of life that people struggle to make sense […]
Dave Ramsey’s Financial Peace Junior Review
I recently bought Dave Ramsey’s Financial Peace Jr. for teaching kids how to win with money. Here is my review of Financial Peace Junior, why I bought it, and what I think of the product. Financial Peace Junior is a hands-on, engaging program designed to teach kids the value of money, hard work, and smart […]